Perm Role: 160K + Benefits | Orthopedic PA Opportunity in Stunning Coastal Oregon – Join a High-Caliber Surgical Team!
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Job description
Location: Coos Bay, Oregon
Position: Full-Time Physician Assistant – Orthopedics
Employment Type: Permanent | Hospital-Employed
Compensation: Base salary of $160,000 + sign-on bonus, relocation, and full benefits
Step into a Rewarding Role Along Oregon’s Southern Coast!
Join a growing, hospital-employed orthopedic team in Coos Bay, OR, serving a vibrant coastal community with a catchment of over 320,000 residents. This full-time PA opportunity supports a high-volume orthopedic service line, collaborating with expert surgeons and advanced care teams in a Level III Trauma setting.
Whether you’re an experienced PA or a new graduate with surgical rotation experience, this is your chance to work alongside a collaborative and highly regarded orthopedic team, contribute to excellent patient outcomes, and enjoy the exceptional lifestyle that Oregon’s coast offers.
💼 What You’ll Do:
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Surgical assist in the OR
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Inpatient rounding, pre- and post-op care, ED consults
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Perform procedures: joint aspirations, fracture reductions, wound management, injections, casting/splinting, minor outpatient procedures
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Order and interpret labs/imaging (MRI, CT, EMG, etc.)
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Epic EMR
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Participate in shared orthopedic call coverage (including weekends/holidays)
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Support orthopedic surgeons with patient education and discharge planning
👥 What You’ll Bring:
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Board Certified Physician Assistant
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Oregon PA license (or willingness to obtain)
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Ties to Oregon (e.g., family, previous residence)
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Minimum 2 years of orthopedic inpatient PA experience – Highly Preferred
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New graduates with strong rotations in orthopedics encouraged to apply
💰 What You’ll Get:
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Base salary: $160,000 (for experienced PAs, 40 hrs/week)
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Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000 (discussed at interview)
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Relocation assistance
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Generous PTO + CME allowance
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Licensing/professional fee coverage
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Paid interview expenses
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6% retirement match + full benefits
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Access to onsite wellness and childcare centers
🌲 Why Coos Bay, OR?
Nestled along Oregon’s rugged southern coastline, Coos Bay offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, small-town charm, and scenic beauty. Enjoy hiking, fishing, kayaking, and more — all just minutes from work. This is an excellent location for providers seeking work-life balance in a breathtaking setting.
Ready to elevate your career and lifestyle? Apply today and be part of something exceptional in Coos Bay!